she will finish the project she started even if she’s the only person left working,” said First Citizen Award presenter Michele Stein, the principal of Faith Christian School.

Similar words could describe all those recognized on Friday. An aversion to take credit for their accomplishments also was a common trait of the winners.

“I just want to thank everyone that’s here,” said Rose Burgett, the winner of the Lifetime Achievement award. “I love living in Dallas, raising my family here. I think that’s all I can say, but thank you very much.”